The podcast episodes discuss how major technology companies like Google and Apple are using customer data, including data from their own products and services, to power various functionalities like search algorithms and AI assistants.

These practices raise potential privacy concerns, as users may not be fully aware of how their data is being utilized and the extent to which it impacts their experience on these platforms.

The episodes highlight the need for greater transparency around algorithm and data usage, as well as the potential impacts on user privacy, competition, and the broader technology landscape.